Cardone 40-1015 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Remanufactured OE Wiper Motor

The Cardone 40-1015 windshield wiper motor is a remanufactured OE-style replacement built for direct fit and dependable front windshield wiping performance. It is engineered and tested to match original equipment operation for select Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, and Pontiac Sunfire applications.

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on remanufactured OE parts that are re-engineered, tested, and restored for consistent operation. The 40-1015 follows that approach with attention to motor components, output gear lubrication, and electrical reliability.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• Each unit is tested against OE standards, including internal components and final function
• Motor bearings are re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear receives lubrication for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets are recharged for performance and reliability
• Weak solder points are reflowed to improve durability
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing reduces raw material and energy use versus new part production
• Blade terminal type with direct bolt and grommet mounting

Detailed Description

Cardone 40-1015 is a remanufactured windshield wiper motor for front applications that require a motor without washer pump compatibility. It is built to OE specifications for vehicles such as the 1998-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1999-2002 Oldsmobile Alero, 1999-2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 1998-2002 Pontiac Sunfire, plus early-2003 production versions of the Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, and Pontiac Sunfire. This part cross-references Pontiac 12365366 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Inoperative windshield wipers
• Slow or inconsistent wiper movement
• Wipers stopping mid-sweep
• Poor park position at the bottom of the windshield
• Noise or drag caused by worn internal motor components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle uses the non-washer-pump configuration before ordering. If the wipers do not park correctly after installation, check crank arm position on the motor shaft and reset the park alignment using the vehicle service procedure. If the vehicle uses a moisture-sensitive wiper system, confirm the rain sensor and control module operation before replacing the motor. Bench test the wiper motor and washer pump when diagnosing a no-operation concern.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured wiper motor is re-engineered, tested, and checked for OE-level function before release. Main components are gauged or tested to original equipment standards, and the finished unit is function-tested to support reliable operation.